Auto-Pedestrian Accidents Archives

In an accident between a motor vehicle and a pedestrian, it is very often the pedestrian that suffers the most. Because of how vulnerable people on the street are, being struck by a car can result in catastrophic injuries. In many cases, pedestrians suffer broken bones, spinal cord injuries, head trauma and even death if they get hit by a car. This is why it is crucial for drivers to be attentive and cautious behind the wheel.

According to the King County Sheriff's Office, a 4-year-old boy was seriously injured when a Honda hit him. The incident recently happened a little over an hour after sundown when the boy's family and the boy were getting out of a van. The Honda was going approximately 40 miles per hour when it hit the 4-year-old. Apparently the driver pulled over but later fled the scene of the accident.

During the beautiful months of a Seattle-area summer, many people head outdoors for walks during their lunch breaks, or whenever they can, for some fresh air. Despite pedestrian crosswalk markings, and traffic laws in place to prevent accidents involving motorists and pedestrians, sometimes accidents still happen and can result in serious injury or even death.

Many people rely on public transportation. Not only is it good for the environment, but it is also a great way to save for many commuters. With more commuters taking public transportation, such as buses, there are more pedestrians on or near busy roads. Unfortunately, that creates a higher chance of a pedestrian accident.

As the weather gets nicer, people are out walking and enjoying the warmer temperatures. Many families are out walking as well. Drivers need to especially look out for children when driving near crosswalks. Drivers need to prepare for the unexpected whenever pedestrians may be near.

Unfortunately, tragedy can occur at any moment on the streets of Seattle. Recently, an entire family was hit by a car while crossing the street in a residential area of Seattle. It is believed that the driver that struck the group was driving drunk at the time of the accident. He was arrested, and is currently being held on $2.5 million bail. The victims of this horrific accident are a 33 year old woman, her 10 day old son and the paternal grandparents of the child.

Washington residents know how dangerous the roads have become, particularly for pedestrians. Recently, a 15-year-old girl was hit by a car while she was crossing the street at a crosswalk in Puyallup. According to reports, she was in the crosswalk when she was struck by a vehicle, believed to be an SUV. The driver continued on after the accident and was not immediately apprehended.

Washington residents know how dangerous it can be for pedestrians who traverse the busy roads along with cars, trucks and buses. Unfortunately, pedestrians are highly vulnerable to suffering from serious and sometimes catastrophic injuries if struck by a car.

Seattle residents may be interested to learn of a tragic accident that recently occurred in Lake Stevens. According to reports, a 49-year-old man who was driving west on Highway 204 apparently pulled his car to the side of the road when he spotted another car that had broken down which had been traveling eastbound on the same highway.

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